NSG 320 EXAM 3 /NSG320 Exam 3 Actual Exam
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What is the most common symptoms of GERD? -
....ANSWER.....✓✓Pyrosis
A patient comes into the clinic complaining of a burning,
tight sensation at the bottom of their chest that is
radiating towards the jaw. What might this indicate? -
....ANSWER.....✓✓The patient is experiencing pyrosis
(heartburn)
How can you relieve chest pain related to GERD? -
....ANSWER.....✓✓Antacids
What is dyspepsia? - ....ANSWER.....✓✓discomfort in the
upper abdomen
What are examples of respiratory problems that can
occur with a patient experiencing GERD? -
....ANSWER.....✓✓asthma, bronchospasms, and
laryngospasms
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A patient is trying to cough, but cannot seem to take a
breath. What is this an example of? -
....ANSWER.....✓✓Laryngospasm
What are characteristics of Barret's esophagus? -
....ANSWER.....✓✓-metaplasia (REVERSIBLE changes in
cells)
-precancerous
-thought to be primarily due to GERD
What is important to assess with a patient that has
esophageal varices? - ....ANSWER.....✓✓Increased
bleeding
Ambulatory esophageal pH monitoring -
....ANSWER.....✓✓measures the pH level of acid,
typically done if there is no inflammation
What can you teach a patient to do at home in order to
change their lifestyle if they have GERD? -
....ANSWER.....✓✓Raise the head of the bed 30 degrees